Basketball

WATCH: Soweto Basketball Team Turns the Streets Into a Shooting Contest

by Karabo Peter@karabo_peter_September 16, 2026September 15, 2026 306 0

The Soweto Basketball team brought the game to the community with a simple challenge: step up and make the shot.   Soweto, South Africa (16 September 2026) – What happens…

Siya Kolisi Shares Starstruck Moments at NBA All-Star Celebrity Game

by Karabo Peter@karabo_peter_February 18, 2026March 1, 2026 2,090 0

The Springbok captain shared moments from the 75th NBA All-Star Celebrity Game, where he mingled with global stars and embraced being on the other side of fame.   Los Angeles,…

Sphelele Dlamini Begins French Elite Season as Funding Drive for New Basketball Chair Continues

by Karabo Peter@karabo_peter_December 7, 2025December 5, 2025 414 0

Wheelchair basketball player Sphelele Dlamini has joined CTH Lannion in France’s Division One, but still needs support to secure a specialised performance chair essential for competing at the elite level….

South Africa’s Streetball Kings and Queens Book Tickets to Dubai

by Karabo Peter@karabo_peter_September 15, 2025September 15, 2025 329 0

The Blue Soldiers and Hoop Hustlers claimed victory at the first-ever Half Court National Finals, earning the right to represent South Africa at the World Championships.   Johannesburg, South Africa…

South African Youngsters Shine at Basketball Without Borders Africa Camp

by Karabo Peter@karabo_peter_September 1, 2025September 1, 2025 794 0

Enzokuhle, Siyabonga, and Liamisha represent SA among Africa’s top high-school prospects, with Enzokuhle claiming the 3-Point Contest crown and a spot on the Boys All-Star Team.   Johannesburg, South Africa…

Basketball as a Beacon of Hope in South Africa

by Karabo Peter @karabo_peter_July 14, 2025July 13, 2025 519 0

A small basketball club in Montana is creating space for young players to be seen, heard, and valued.   Cape Town, South Africa (14 July 2025) – Basketball has always been…

A Slam Dunk for Community Change: PeacePlayers SA Scores KZN Sport Award Nomination

by Nothando Mthembu@GoodThingsGuyOctober 31, 2024October 31, 2024 527 0

PeacePlayers South Africa, a dynamic basketball non-profit organisation making a difference in countless young lives, is celebrating a well-deserved nomination for the KZN Sport Awards’ Recreational Body of the Year….

South Africa’s Samkelo Cele Gets a Taste of the NBA!

by Ashleigh Nefdt @goodthingsguyJuly 16, 2024July 16, 2024 2,351 0

Young basketball player Samkelo Cele has been selected to play for the New York Knicks as part of the NBA Summer League!   Global (16 July 2024)—South African basketball fans…

Artistic Basketball Court Brings a Buzz to Durban!

by Ashleigh Nefdt@goodthingsguyJune 21, 2024June 20, 2024 1,680 0

An artistic basketball court has had Durbanites buzzing after it was revealed recently! Take a look at the epic artwork and the spot where communities can now unite over a…

Local Basketball Club Aims for National Glory

by Zane Groenewald @goodthingsguyMay 12, 2024May 10, 2024 1,285 0

A basketball club hoping to change the lives of youth in the heart of Cape Town has its sights set on National Glory! Brimming with passion, all they need now…